Chemical Peels

How they help: A solution containing glycolic acid, salicylic acid, or TCA is applied to exfoliate damaged top layers of skin.

Benefits:

• Brightens skin tone

• Fades sun spots and pigmentation

• Smoothens fine lines and rough texture

Downtime: Mild to moderate redness and peeling for a few days.

Best for: Mild to moderate sun damage, especially pigmentation and dull skin.

2️⃣ Laser Resurfacing (Fractional CO2 / Er:YAG)

How it works: Laser energy creates micro-injuries in the skin, triggering collagen production and removing damaged outer layers.

Benefits:

• Targets wrinkles, deep pigmentation, and texture

• Improves elasticity and skin tightness

• Promotes even tone and smoother skin

Downtime: 5–7 days (depending on the intensity)

Best for: Advanced sun damage with deeper wrinkles or sun spots.

3️⃣ Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) or Photofacial

How it works: Pulses of broad-spectrum light are used to target melanin and broken capillaries under the skin.

Benefits:

• Fades pigmentation, freckles, and redness

• Improves overall skin tone

• Stimulates collagen

Downtime: Minimal to none

Best for: Uneven skin tone, redness, sun-induced pigmentation

4️⃣ Microneedling with PRP (Vampire Facial)

How it works: Tiny needles create controlled micro-injuries while Platelet-Rich Plasma (from your blood) boosts healing and regeneration.

Benefits:

• Reduces fine lines

• Rebuilds collagen and elastin

• Repairs photo-damaged skin at a cellular level

Downtime: Redness and mild swelling for 1–2 days

Best for: Early signs of sun aging, uneven texture

5️⃣ Topical Retinoids & Antioxidants (Dermatologist-Prescribed)

How they help: Prescription-strength retinoids (like tretinoin) accelerate cell turnover and collagen synthesis.

Benefits:

• Fades pigmentation

• Minimizes wrinkles and rough patches

• Rejuvenates skin over time

Best for: Daily long-term sun damage repair (used under medical guidance)